Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: North Dakota
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$38.67/hour
The average salary for a Medical Surgical Nurse in North Dakota is $38.67 per hour. This is 19% lower than the US average of $46.11.
Last updated on April 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in North Dakota compared to National Averages
$38.67/hour
North Dakota
19% lower than the US average.
$46.11/hour
United States
What cities in North Dakota pay the most for Med Surg Nurses?
Fargo, North Dakota pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $33 per hour, followed by Dickinson, North Dakota ($32). Fargo, North Dakota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $41. For comparison, the North Dakota average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $39 per hour — Fargo, North Dakota pays 15% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Fargo, North Dakota | $33 | $41 |
| Dickinson, North Dakota | $32 | $40 |
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in North Dakota compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Wisconsin ($61) and Colorado ($55). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $70. For comparison, the North Dakota average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $39 per hour — Minnesota pays 63% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $63 | $70 |
| Wisconsin | $61 | $65 |
| Colorado | $55 | $63 |
| Kansas | $50 | $59 |
| South Dakota | $40 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in North Dakota?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Medical Surgical Nurses, averaging $39 per hour. For comparison, the North Dakota average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $39 per hour, roughly in line with Perm Staff Jobs.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $39 | $39 |
Last updated on April 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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